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We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.
As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping 56,000 young people each year at its 45 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.
We are looking for an experienced Philanthropy Manager (maternity cover) to join our high-performing and talented fundraising team, all of whom have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for our mission to support young people achieve their ambitions.
We have a fantastic and diverse range of philanthropic supporters - from key individual donors through to major philanthropic trusts. As a manager in the Philanthropy team, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in managing and stewarding our current partnerships, and securing new supporters in order to meet and exceed our ambitious fundraising targets.
The role at a glance
Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (until August 2026). This role can be either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) - responsibilities will be adjusted proportionally for part-time candidates.
Start date: As soon as possible, as agreed with candidate
Working hours
09.00 - 17.30
We are a delivery organisation providing frontline educational services for young people. We are an organisation with team members at different stages of their career, including many in their first roles: We are committed to nurturing talent and
providing a developmental culture for all. Our team works in-person 4 days per week with the option of 1 day working from home.
IntoUniversity provides local learning centres where young people are inspired to achieve.





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £38,000-£43,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Home-based but with travel around the home counties (must live in: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Essex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, or Oxfordshire)
Closing date: 13 July
Benefits: Life assurance scheme, 8% Employer pension contribution, Enhanced maternity and adoption leave, BUPA Healthcare Plan, Discounted gym membership
We have an excellent opportunity to join as Regional Fundraising Manager (Home Counties) for the wonderful Alzheimer’s Society. You will report to the Senior Regional Fundraising Manager. As part of this role, you will have overall responsibility for the development of your team in the home counties, aiming to achieve and exceed an annual income target, delivering exceptional supporter stewardship and acquisition of new business, and driving a high-performance culture.
This role will offer you the opportunity to manage a team of three Regional Fundraisers, maximising their skills and capacity to exceed targets, while managing your own portfolio of donors, making this a brilliant hybrid role of leadership and hands-on fundraising. You will drive relationship building, providing exceptional stewardship to boost retention and lifetime value for the charity’s highest value supporters.
To be successful as the Regional Fundraising Manager, you will need:
- Proven experience as a regional fundraising expert with strong knowledge of community income streams (corporate, clubs/groups, and individuals)
- Significant experience of providing strong leadership across a team, empowering them to problem solve independently and driving high performance.
- Strong experience of developing, delivering and reporting on budgets and non-financial targets.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather and quote the reference 2641HB
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
This new role is an exciting opportunity to support the growth of Family Fund’s community and volunteer fundraising, enabling more families raising a disabled or seriously ill child to access the help they need.
As a key member of the fundraising team, you will be instrumental in expanding our reach within communities, inspiring individuals, groups, and local businesses to get involved and raise vital funds.
The role
As our Community and Volunteering Fundraiser based in Wales, you’ll take the lead on growing our community fundraising income within Wales. Through proactive outreach, you will build relationships with supporters, volunteers, and local organisations empowering them to fundraise on our behalf.
You’ll deliver a mix of supporter recruitment, stewardship and event coordination. From championing local partnerships and speaking at community events, to helping individuals turn their ideas into successful fundraisers, you will be the local contact for Family Fund in your region.
Working closely with our fundraising and marketing teams, you’ll adapt and promote campaigns that resonate locally, driving participation and long-term engagement. A natural relationship builder, you’ll also support and grow our network of volunteers to maximise regional impact.
About you
You’ll be passionate about making a difference, with experience in community fundraising, volunteer coordination, or a similar engagement-focused role. You’ll bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters from all walks of life.
Organised and results-driven, you’ll manage multiple projects effectively, balancing supporter care with meeting fundraising targets. Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team, you’ll be confident representing Family Fund in your community and beyond.
About us
Family Fund is a great place to work for great people. We provide a challenging and rewarding working environment where every staff member can make their mark.
We’re growing our collaborative and ambitious Fundraising Team at Family Fund, with exciting roles that will play a key part in helping us reach more families raising a disabled or seriously ill child.
We’re also recruiting for:
Corporate Partnerships Manager (New Business) – to build strategic new corporate partnerships that support our mission.
Philanthropy Manager – to develop and grow income through major donor and trust relationships.
Each role offers the chance to make a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues in a values-driven organisation. If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your fundraising expertise can truly change lives, we’d love to hear from you.
We are a values based organisation and we aim to show our values in all that we do. Read our staff stories here, and see how our staff display our values every day.
We commit to inclusion, equity and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Leader. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant and we welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and submit your CV and a covering letter telling us how you meet the requirements for this role. Your cover letter should be no more than two pages long.
For more information, please read and download the job description.
The successful candidate must complete pre-employment checks that meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. This includes a requirement to undergo a right to work check and employment history verification.
Information
Location: Home – you must live in Wales
Closing date: 25 July 2025
Interview dates: 13 August 2025
Our mission is to improve the day-to-day lives of families on a low income, raising a disabled or seriously ill child, or young person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role: Fundraising Executive/Junior Consultant
Reporting to: Head of Fundraising
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 per annum depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Location: Royal Trinity Hospice – Clapham, London (hybrid) 3 days onsite
Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week
The Fundraising Executives provide support to the wider Fundraising team assisting with all aspects of fundraising activity. Three Fundraising Executives are managed by the Head of Fundraising and support fundraising activity across 11 segments of income generation.
The role provides an opportunity to gain a level of understanding and knowledge about each income stream and donor stewardship.
The Fundraising Executive is a varied role with involvement in each stage of fundraising activity, from research and planning to campaign or event delivery and then income processing and thanking of donors and supporters.
The successful candidate will be passionate about learning about fundraising and how we as a team raise the vital funds needed to provide Trinity’s care for future patients and their loved ones.
This is an entry level role that is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about fundraising and make their first step in developing a fundraising career.
We will only consider applications via the Charity Job website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About WA-UK
The Welfare Association (WA-UK) is a UK registered charity supporting transformative development projects and humanitarian relief interventions to empower and benefit Palestinian communities in the West Bank, Gaza and the refugee camps in Lebanon. WA-UK partners with Taawon and its network of local Palestinian organisations and international actors operating in the region. WA-UK projects in the sectors of health, education and development are the outcome of a locally led needs assessment exercise and are designed in consultation with its partners and implemented by local actors.
WA-UK is governed by a Board of Trustees.
Job purpose: We are seeking a motivated, experienced Fundraising & Public Interface Officer who will work with the Board to deliver WA-UK’s objectives by growing its income from a diverse funding pool including but not limited to trusts & foundations, legacy and individual giving and community giving. You will develop WA-UK’s fundraising strategy (online and offline) and lead on its implementation. The post holder will be responsible for increasing the charity’s public profile and oversee the daily operation of the charity. Leading a small innovative and dynamic team, you will also be exposed to other areas of work events and communications.
Duties & Key Responsibilities
Development and implementation of fundraising strategies
Guided by WA-UK’s objectives and strategic priorities the postholder will:
· develop a fundraising strategy, set targets and take proactive steps to implement the strategy;
· consolidate, strengthen and build on donor and stakeholder engagement and maximize income generation through strategies developed in coordination with partners;
· develop a portfolio of donors and ensure that their objectives and needs are met;
· lead on the growth and quality of institutional funding sources; consolidate and strengthen existing institutional donor relations; revitalise any dormant institutional donor relations;
· support the programme officer to prepare, submit and present proposals and concept notes to donors;
· with the programme officer, maintain and manage a donor reporting calendar to ensure production of timely and appropriate reports that demonstrate the impact of their grants;
· significantly expand the charity’s funding and support base; aim to increase regular monthly/ annual donations;
· with the communications officer develop and implement strategies to grow and retain support of individual and community donors;
· identify, research, and develop major givers, whether giving as individuals or through trusts or companies;
· ensure that all major donors are provided with the highest level of stewardship;
· with the communication officer and key partners, plan and deliver campaigns and events; develop online strategies and coordinate messaging to raise funds for appeals and projects.
· ensure the upkeep of a database and filing system on all existing and prospective donors;
· monitor and apply for grants to enable the charity to advance its objectives.
Public interface and outreach activities
The postholder will:
· promote the charity’s public profile including through participation in diverse fora including with other stakeholders, charities, NGOs;
· attend networking events if/when needed and speak on behalf of the charity; and
· plan for and run at least two public outreach and/or fundraising events per year including with partners.
Leadership for staff and supporting the board of trustees
The appointee will:
· lead and manage a small team of staff;
· oversee the daily operation of the charity including compliance with relevant laws and regulations;
· ensure the financial stability of the charity;
· provide regular briefings to trustees and if required prepare documents and agendas for board meetings; and
· contribute to the content of reports issued by and for the board including the annual reports.
Person Specification
Qualifications
We seek an appointee with strong literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills, backed by critical
thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills, demonstrated through relevant
qualifications or experience. You will be a team player who is proactive, driven and ambitious to excel with good attention to detail.
Essential experience
· a track record of developing and delivering successful fundraising activities across a broad fundraising portfolio.
· a track record of securing grants from UK- and overseas-based institutional donors.
· experience of stewardship, running campaigns and events.
· experience of writing & presenting cases for support, letters, and reports.
· a track record of managing a team.
Desirable experience
· experience and good understanding of engaging with high-value supporters.
· experience of investigating, collating, summarising, and disseminating research.
· experience of preparing high-quality grant applications.
· experience of using a database to support prospect targeting and research.
Essential knowledge and skills
· knowledge of donor compliance requirements.
· excellent leadership and team-working skills.
· compelling presentation skills and confident public speaking.
· excellent reporting skills both narratively and financially.
· ability to confidentially deal with all levels of staff and key stakeholders with tact and integrity.
Personal qualities and competencies
· strong interpersonal skills.
· be driven, proactive, focussed, and able to spot and create opportunities.
· strong organisation/planning skills and ability to plan and deliver against targets.
· strong time management skills and ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure.
· ability to deal with information confidentially and respond with sensitivity.
· ability to resolve differences and negotiate to accommodate difference.
· Arabic language skills
· advanced computer skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
· strong attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and under pressure.
Personal attributes and other requirements
• ability to work weekends/evenings on occasion to support events and other activities in the UK, and to travel overseas where necessary.
• commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.
• commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
• able to work flexibly in emergencies and meet deadlines.
• a commitment to WA-UK’s vision, mission and values and a passion for empowering Palestinians.
• commitment to abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
• Commitment to treat with confidentiality any data or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, and employees at WA-UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Fundraising Executive will have a vital part to play in communicating and building relationships with Fight Bladder Cancer’s (FBC) supporters and fundraisers, as well as reporting on financial income and data to the Fundraising Manager. The role primarily involves contributing to FBC’s In Memory, Individual and Regular Giving Strategy, together with monitoring and managing income from online platforms and managing challenge events.
The post holder will need to be a competent, IT literate, passionate and very organised individual. Empathy and excellent communication skills are vital in this role and the candidate must be able to collaborate and work well as part of a team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community Fundraiser
(Maternity Cover – Temporary)
£29,217 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Predominantly Mon-Fri with some evening and weekend working
5 weeks holiday pay plus Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme, Staff referral scheme (earn extra pay every time you successfully refer someone), Employee Assistance Programme, including private GP access, Free roadside parking off site, Free DBS check.
Closing date for applicants: 4th August 2025
First interviews via Teams: 7th August 2025
Second interviews: 11th August 2025
Would you like to work in a genuinely rewarding organisation?
Nottinghamshire Hospice lead the provision of compassionate, community palliative care to those who are dying in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire from a terminal or life limiting illness. Our values are embedded throughout the organisation – Compassion, Trust and Ambition.
You’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining our growing community fundraising income stream by empowering and inspiring the community of Nottinghamshire to actively fundraise for Nottinghamshire Hospice.
Our focus is on giving supporters the tools and support to champion our organisation whilst having fun and making as much money as they can to support our patients.
The role will do this by focusing on;
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Increasing our presence and fundraising income from local communities.
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Growing and then maximising the income from supporters who choose to fundraise for Nottinghamshire Hospice.
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Storytelling and communicating the impact fundraising has on those we support
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Recruiting and supporting a team of volunteer community fundraisers.
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Recruiting event participants and supporting their fundraising activities and developing a Hospice events programme that focuses on return on investment.
This role requires an ambitious, self-motivated, and target-driven fundraiser who will form part of our vibrant and passionate fundraising team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraising Officer – North of England
Job description
A fantastic permanent opportunity has arisen for a part-time Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic, friendly and supportive fundraising team. This is a home-based role and will suit an individual living in the North of England. You will be reporting to the Corporate & Regional Fundraising Manager and working in a very varied and exciting working environment.
The perfect candidate will enjoy forging positive and robust relationships with supporters including corporate partners, small businesses, philanthropic groups as well as supporting community fundraisers across the North of England, to raise vital income for our Association.
You will use your creative and professional skillset to provide high-quality account management, stewardship, and growth across all managed income streams. No two days are the same and we are looking for someone who can be flexible in their approach and able to multitask effectively.
Blesma is a unique membership Association as well as a charity. Our Members (limbless veterans) are at the heart of all our work – therefore, the impact of our fundraising is clearly visible in the experiences of our inspirational injured veterans.
We would love to hear from talented individuals who want to help us raise the funds that we need to support limbless veterans. If you would like to apply for this exciting role, please read the attached Job Description and apply with your C.V. and a Covering Letter detailing why you’d be an ideal candidate for the role and how your experience and skills match those detailed in the Person Specification.
If you are uncertain about your suitability for this role, we encourage you to apply and allow us to assess your fit.
Please note that we may close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Corporate Fundraiser
Ready to take the lead and make your mark? This is your chance to bring bold ideas to life to shape and grow the corporate fundraising programme at MS-UK.
We're looking for an experienced corporate fundraiser, with at least 2 years' working experience, to drive forward our vision and grow corporate income and partnerships to support our vital services that help people affected by multiple sclerosis live healthier, happier lives.
This is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership, grow your skills and shape something truly meaningful. You'll have the flexibility to develop and grown the programme with the support of a team that values your ideas and energy.
You will be joining a passionate, supportive team where your voice is hear, and your work makes a real difference. If you're ready for your next challenge, this is your moment.
As the corporate fundraiser, you will be
- developing and delivering our corporate fundraising strategy, to meet agreed income targets
- building strong, lasting relationships with new and existing corporate supporters
- creating compelling proposals and delivering confident pitches
- representing MS-UK at networking and other events
- spotting opportunities and turning them into long-term relationships
- planning and delivering corporate events and campaigns
- working collaboratively with a friendly and driven team
We're looking for a confident communicator who thrives on building relationships over the phone, email and in person, a self-starter with a creative mindset and strategic approach, excellent written and verbal communication skills and a genuin passion for improving the lives of people with MS.
#corporatefundraising #corporatefundraiser #fundraiser #fundraising
To apply please provide your CV and a short covering letter that includes a description of your most successful corporate fundraising achievement for the attention of Sarah Wright.
Please note that applications without a covering letter including the above, or those that do not have at least 2 years experience in corporate fundraising will not be considered.
Closing date 25 July at 5pm.
Interviews to be held week beginning 04 August in person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This new role is an exciting opportunity to drive the growth of Family Fund’s high value giving, helping more families raising a disabled or seriously ill child access the support they need.
As a key member of the fundraising team, you will play a vital role in securing transformational income from high-net-worth individuals building strong, lasting relationships that fuel our mission and increase our impact.
The role
As Philanthropy Manager, you will shape our philanthropic strategy, develop a new prospect pipeline and secure long-term support from individuals, family foundations, and wealth intermediaries.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders across the organisation, to identify funding priorities and opportunities for donors. You’ll ensure we develop and deliver a long-term philanthropy strategy, building and managing relationships with wealth managers, private client advisers and networks that can introduce and connect donors to Family Fund.
You will accurately record prospect and donor activity on our CRM system, maintaining clear pipelines and forecasts, and producing high-quality reports to monitor progress and impact.
About you
We are looking for someone who is passionate and committed to drive our philanthropy strategy forwards. You will be a brilliant communicator, able to influence and inspire, representing Family Fund externally as a compelling ambassador for our work. You will be results driven with a solid track record securing major gifts from donors and demonstrable success in building new relationships. You will be entrepreneurial and self-starting, with the confidence to build a new programme from the ground up.
About us
Family Fund is a great place to work for great people. We provide a challenging and rewarding working environment where every staff member can make their mark.
We’re growing our collaborative and ambitious Fundraising Team at Family Fund, with exciting roles that will play a key part in helping us reach more families raising a disabled or seriously ill child.
We’re also recruiting for:
Corporate Partnerships Manager (New Business) – to build strategic new corporate partnerships that support our mission.
Community and Volunteering Fundraisers – to drive local engagement and inspire community fundraising.
Each role offers the chance to make a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues in a values-driven organisation. If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your fundraising expertise can truly change lives, we’d love to hear from you.
We are a values based organisation and we aim to show our values in all that we do. Read our staff stories here, and see how our staff display our values every day.
We commit to inclusion, equity and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Leader. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant and we welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and submit your CV and a covering letter telling us how you meet the requirements for this role. Your cover letter should be no more than two pages long.
For more information, please read and download the job description.
The successful candidate must complete pre-employment checks that meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. This includes a requirement to undergo a right to work check and employment history verification.
Information
Closing date: 01 August 2025
Interview dates: 22 August 2025
Our mission is to improve the day-to-day lives of families on a low income, raising a disabled or seriously ill child, or young person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us in transforming how we use data to change young lives!
We’re on the lookout for a confident communicator and change-maker to lead engagement and adoption across our exciting new CRM programme.
As our Fundraising CRM Change Manager, you’ll play a key role in making sure our teams are ready, informed, and inspired to get the most out of our new system. You’ll work with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and beyond, training, guiding, and supporting them to embrace new tools and processes that help us connect even better with the young people and supporters at the heart of our mission.
You’ll help build a culture of confidence around data, drive adoption through clear communications and creative engagement initiatives, and ensure that the real benefits of the project are being tracked, reported and realised. From building training programmes and user guides to championing our data transformation team, you’ll be at the centre of it all.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s excited to work collaboratively on a project that truly matters.
If you’re passionate about helping teams succeed through change, and want to use your skills to empower young people into work and education, we’d love to hear from you. Even if you don’t tick every box, your experience might still be just what we need.
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Eden Brown Charities is delighted to be working in partnership exclusively with the wonderful Dementia UK to find them a Community Fundraising Manager on a 6 Month contract to start asap. Dementia UK. Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia - its one of the biggest health challenges of our time. Families affected are often left feeling exhausted and overwhelmed and don't know where to turn. But with the support of an Admiral Nurse and Dementia UK, families facing the fear and confusion of dementia know they're not alone.
About the role
As Community Fundraising Manager you will manage a team of two fundraisers to grow income across community fundraising at the bronze and silver levels (mass fundraisers), with a focus on growing income from Do Your Own Thing supporters, regional corporates and organisations (e.g. golf clubs, groups). You will also work with the rest of the team to ensure outstanding supporter journeys.
About You
To be successful in this role you must have
* A proven track record in delivering income across community fundraising streams
* Experience of drafting, monitoring and forecasting team budgets
* Experience of line management, including motivating and developing staff
* Understanding of effective relationship fundraising techniques
* Understanding of effective? stewardship?techniques?used?for?increasing average gifts and long term support
* Understanding of how to use insight, data and market trends to identify opportunities and make recommendations
* Experience of using a relationship database to support, inform and report on fundraising activity
Please note that this is a Hybrid role with a minimum of 1 day in the office in Central London. Please call Laura Iliff on 07442607841 for more information on this incredible role. Please note that applications are being considered on a rolling basis and Dementia UK are really keen for someone to get started asap.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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We are looking for a forward thinking dynamic individual who will project manage the transformation of the charities fundraising digital operations by enhancing our existing technology, by optimising our data handling and by researching and implementing new digital solutions to our fundraising processes.
We are about to embark on a programme of transformational change, and we are looking for an ambitious self-starter who will play an essential role in the development and implementation of a new digital strategy for fundraising data and technical operations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to make a real difference to cancer patients.
At The Christie Charity we are an ambitious and forward-thinking organisation with a loyal supporter base. You would be part of a successful high achieving collaborative team, and this role gives you the opportunity to experience multiple fundraising disciplines.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Head of Fundraising
Salary Scale: Grade PO5/6/7 £50,568 - £58,692, inclusive of London Weighting
Location: Copthall House, Sutton, SM1 1DA
Hours: Full-time 36 hrs per week, hybrid office/home working, standard working pattern is 8.45am – 4.30pm M-Th and 8.45am – 4.15pm F, with 30mins lunch break each day.
OHC&AT is a family of specialist education providers for over 1800 pupils and students from nursery to further education across 14 academies and 9 college centres in London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire.
Pupils and students within the OHC&AT family have a wide range of learning abilities and additional needs including autistic spectrum disorder; speech, language and communication difficulties; social, emotional and mental health; profound and multiple disabilities; and physical disabilities including multi-sensory impairment and complex health needs. To find out more about us, and what makes us a special place to work please visit our website.
We're looking for a passionate individual to join Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust as our Head of Fundraising. This is a new senior strategic position within Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust (OHC&AT), with overarching responsibility for all Fundraising across the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Head of Fundraising will be a self-starter, who is target driven and proactive. We are seeking a hands-on, dynamic, and engaging person to take on this role. An outstanding communicator, who will build relationships across our schools and college to fully understand what the funding needs are. A fundraising all-rounder who will be able to identify which route of fundraising could be the most fruitful and have the know-how and ability to pursue these opportunities.
The post-holder is starting with a raft of opportunity. The College and Schools lend themselves to many corporate partnerships with their vocational courses for students ranging from, Catering and Hospitality, to Farming, Hair and Beauty and Retail. There are opportunities for companies to volunteer, mentor, sponsor awards and visit – all the ingredients necessary to attract and engage local companies. In addition, the items and activities that need funding, from sensory play areas and additional therapists to monthly night clubs for young adults with special needs, open up funding opportunities from across the board – individual donors, companies and trusts and foundations.
The Head of Fundraising will manage and support the Trusts and Foundations Manager and be able to expand the portfolio of Trust supporters through experience and knowledge and by supporting and guiding this post holder, who already has much success. Our Head of Fundraising will have excellent emotional intelligence and be able to represent OHC&AT at external meetings in a confident, compelling and informed way.
We are committed to promoting and advancing equality of opportunity by attracting and retaining the most diverse range of students, staff and partners.
Your application form will be scored according to each of the requirements laid out in the person specification for this role. Please demonstrate in your statement how your experience, skills and knowledge match the criteria that are required for the role.
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, you will be directed to a ‘Login’ page on our E-Teach portal, once signed in, please complete and submit the Application Form.
Please note that CV applications cannot be considered.
Closing Date: 9am Monday 14th July 2025
Interviews: 22nd and 23rd July in person interviews at Copthall House, SM1 1DA
We encourage you to apply before the closing date as we reserve the right to arrange interviews and close this advert before the closing date if we receive applications from exceptional candidates.
Safeguarding Statement
Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Fundraising Executive (maternity cover) is a key part of our small but busy Community and Events Fundraising Team, leading on key fundraising events and activities, personally supporting individual fundraisers and giving support to the Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager. Recruitment for an Individual Giving & Community Fundraising Manager is currently underway. Once complete reporting lines will be reviewed.
The post holder will be responsible for:
• Supporting and inspiring all running and challenge and community fundraisers
• Supporting the Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager on special events, including the annual Gala Dinner.
• Managing our community fundraising events and activities, with support from the Individual Giving & Community Manager (once in post).
• Ensuring data relating to fundraising activity above is accurately updated and effectively utilised
The post holder will be an ambitious, creative self-starter who is passionate about World Child Cancer’s programmes as well as our fundraising activities. They will work as well in a team as they do on their own and be happy to undertake administrative tasks as well as more complex fundraising projects. This is a varied and challenging opportunity to develop your fundraising career whilst supporting children with cancer. As a smaller organisation (circa £3m) everyone has to be prepared to support each other, so tasks may vary.
Key responsibilities
• To support the Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to reach or exceed the annual income target set, within the defined expenditure budget, through activities such as Challenge Events, World Child Cancer Special Events and Community Fundraising.
• In conjunction with the Individual Giving and Community Fundraising Manager (once in post), set activity budgets and work within them, accurately recording all income and expenditure.
• Manage the charity’s community fundraising programme including, but not limited to, London Marathon, DIY fundraising, and Outlanders group.
• Develop and lead on relationships with gamers to fundraise for World Child Cancer.
• Support the Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to manage the Ambassador group and delivery of special events.
• Lead on management of the annual Summer and Christmas Ambassador Quiz events.
• Support Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager with corporate fundraising.
• Work with the Marketing Executive to promote our Events and Community activities.
• Work with the Marketing Executive to create content ideas to grow our engagement across digital platforms.
• Represent World Child Cancer at events and activities.
• Ensure all World Child Cancer fundraising activity adheres to GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice.
• Deliver exceptional, timely supporter care at all times via phone, email and in person.
• Manage the supporter database – segmenting donors/ streamlining/ imports and exports, utilising the events tab, adding one off donations, adding regular donations, ensuring consent/gift aid statements are up to date, training team/ maintain accurate records on Raisers Edge.
Person Specification
Essential:
• Demonstrable track record of fundraising from community, events, or individual fundraising.
• Proven track record of building strong, effective relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to communicate with supporters virtually, over the phone and in person.
• Understanding of the importance of delivering high quality supporter care.
• Highly organised, able to develop an event/activity plan and meet deadlines.
• Strong track record of developing and managing systems and processes and a good eye for details.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong IT skills using the Microsoft Office package.
• Empathy and diplomacy surrounding the issues of children’s health and the passion to want to improve the lives of children with cancer.
• An understanding of the international context of World Child Cancer’s work and an ability to market the Charity’s work
• An understanding of diversity issues and commitment to equality
Desirable
• Experience of managing volunteers.
• Experience of working with Raisers Edge or similar database.
• Knowledge of other fundraising streams.
How to apply
To apply for this position, please provide your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 pages)
that addresses the “essential” criteria in the Person Specification.
Timetable
Closing date for applications: 14 July 2025
Interviews: 21 – 31 July
The successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory criminal records disclosure and written
references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.